US Bridges

C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek

Good

Union County, Ohio · 0.2 Mi. South of SR 739 · Structure no. 8032971

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
82 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
173
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek in Union County, Ohio. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 173 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2041. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesC332A Fields RD
CrossesRush Creek
Location0.2 Mi. South of SR 739
RouteCounty Highway C0332
StateOhio
Coordinates40.47812, -83.39136
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic173 (2015)
Projected traffic240 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek carry?

About 173 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns C332A Fields RD over Rush Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.